In addition to their studies, instrumentalists can take an introduction to the viola da gamba as a stylistic and technical complement to their main discipline.

Born of FM Alexander's discovery of the need to return to the "use of self", lost since childhood and which needs to be rediscovered, the Alexander Technique invites performers to question "what they are doing with themselves". Becoming aware of the way in which the body, as the very first instrument, should function, and putting it back at the heart of the artistic gesture, is the whole point of this approach, which mobilises observation and practice.

The fruit of unique expertise, nurtured by long experience working with a host of artists around the world, this teaching constitutes a psycho-physical preparation for performance or the stage. In line with the sports training model, relaxation, recuperation, appropriate mobilisation and deployment of capacities at the M moment help to prevent and offer solutions to the problems of injury, excessive tension and stage fright so often associated with high-level instrumental playing. In addition to the effects on overall health, this approach provides the keys to self-knowledge and self-imposed limits, which are essential to artistic development and professional careers.

In addition to their studies, instrumentalists are given an introduction to the Baroque cello, which complements their main discipline in terms of style and technique.

The three-year first cycle is the foundation for learning to be a performer and leads to the DNSPM. The teachers, exceptional artists and teachers, guide the students in the development of their practice and their relationship with their instrument. At the end of their studies, students reach a professional level and can perform in a wide range of fields, from solo to orchestral and chamber music. The wide range of fields explored means that they are able to tackle all repertoires, from baroque to contemporary.

Instrumental lessons, which make up a large part of the training, play a central role, enabling each student to develop and express his or her artistic sensibilities. In order to train artists who are open to the world, this teaching takes a broad perspective, combining theoretical aspects (musical training, analysis, history of music) with practical aspects (chamber music and orchestra). Various options can be added to this general curriculum to meet individual aspirations, always with a view to training well-rounded, fulfilled artists. Seminars, lectures and master classes are regularly offered on a wide variety of themes. Performers who so wish can also complete their studies by taking the DE (teacher training) course, or the joint course with Sorbonne University leading to a degree in music and musicology.

Lasting two years, the second cycle offers performers the opportunity to achieve the highest standards in the practice of their art, with autonomy and a critical sense. Through intensive individual and group practice, students are helped to assert and express their artistic personality. The field of exploration is particularly wide-ranging, enabling each student to forge his or her own repertoire, whether as a soloist, chamber musician or orchestral player. The end-of-year recital, the high point of the course, gives each student the opportunity to develop and perform his or her own programme in public. By the end of the course, artists will have the resources they need to continue their development in complete autonomy. The acquisition of essential tools and skills for managing a career and projects is designed to facilitate their professional development.

Orchestral training is also offered through orchestral sessions conducted by guest conductors from the professional world. There is also an introduction to research, including the acquisition of methodology (first year) and personal study work (second year). Various options can be added to this general curriculum, to meet the aspirations of each student, always with a view to training complete and fulfilled artists.